INFORMATION AND PROCESS

Admissions

All applicants must be committed Christians with a strong desire to be equipped as laborers for the Kingdom of God.

Applicants must complete and submit the online application form and ensure that all documentation is submitted. The admissions committee will review the completed application and will connect with the applicant regarding next steps.

Application Deadlines

Students should have all application procedures completed by July 1 for the fall term and by November 1 for the spring term. International students will need more time, due to the processing time for tests, visas, etc. We suggest that international students complete the admissions process by April 1 for the fall term and August 1 for the spring term.

Ready to Apply?

Here’s what you will need:

A photo
A biographical sketch/statement of call
Email addresses for recommendations (1 pastoral, 1 academic or professional)
High school transcript or GED report (if you have not attended college previously) OR all college transcripts
College entrance exam score (if you have not attended college previously)
Indicate that you have read and understand the College Covenant and Statement of Faith
Additional requirements apply for International Students (see below)

Admission Requirements

Admission Requirements for US Students

All applicants must have a high school diploma with a minimum 2.0 GPA or a GED.
Applicants for a four-year program must take the American College Test (ACT) or Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) and have a minimum composite score of 20 for the ACT and 720 for the SAT.
Students desiring Title IV funding must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA – www.fafsa.ed.gov) form and contact the Financial Aid Office for next steps. Family of Faith Christian University’s federal school code is 036763.

Part-time Student Requirements

U.S. students may enroll on a part-time basis with the approval of the university administration. (International students dropping below full-time can put their student visas in jeopardy.) Each part-time student must complete the same application and registration requirements that are required for a full-time student. Part-time enrollment is 1-11 credit hours per semester.

A degree may be earned on a part-time basis, but all requirements must be completed within ten years from the date of first enrollment.

Transfer Student Requirements

Students transferring from other institutions must complete all of the enrollment forms. Those desiring to transfer credit hours must have a complete, official transcript forwarded to the Vice President of Academic Affairs from the former institution. All hours transferred must meet current university credit transfer policies.

Transfer students with an overall grade point average below 2.0 may be admitted on probation at the discretion of the Admissions Committee.

Admission Requirements for International Students

courses are offered as online courses, and, therefore, we are not able to bring international students to campus at this time. International undergraduate applicants are encouraged to take online courses at this time and to contact the VP Student Affairs for updates.

All applicants for whom English is a second language and have not graduated from an English-speaking school are required to present a minimum paper-based score of 500 or a minimum computer-based score of 173 on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). All other international students have the option of taking the TOEFL or ACT.
All applicants must complete a Confidential Financial Statement and Guarantor and Bank Certification confirming their ability and intent to pay all tuition, fees, room, board, books, and any additional expenses incurred while attending the university.
All applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
It is recommended that medical insurance be secured for the duration of studies before arrival. Insurance is not readily available in the U.S. for foreign students.
Each applicant must finalize agreements with the Registrar for the I-20 to be issued.
Applicant must obtain a student visa from the nearest U.S. Consulate after the I-20 is issued.
Dropping below full-time enrollment can put an international student’s visa status in jeopardy, therefore international students must take at least 12 credit hours per semester.

Admission Requirements for Online Students

Students can enroll in online courses only after being accepted as a student to Family of Faith Christian University. Follow the same application process as outlined above.

Once you’re Accepted

You will receive an acceptance email and your log-in information to our course system (Populi).
Your Advisor will assist you in registration for courses, and you will complete Orientation to help you learn the system.
Courses have weekly assignments, that will include a variety of readings, lectures/videos, discussions, questions, essays, papers, and possibly tests. These are explained in each course and should be completed as scheduled. You will be able to contact your instructor by email and can set up appointments by Zoom, if needed.

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